"The mission of Tabernacle Christian School is to assist parents in the training, education, and spiritual development of their children for the glory of God!" At Tabernacle Christian School of Hickory, North Carolina, we will partner with your family to provide your child with a high level of academic excellence nurtured in an environment that is distinctively Christian.
We believe this will provide your child with the strength and ability to lead a godly, productive, and happy life.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NC School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,650
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tabernacle Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1970
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
287 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
98%
Average Class Size
16 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition cost is $4,650.00 for all students. PreSchool student rates will differ as we offer half day programs. They may also come two or three days a week. We accept the North Carolina Opportunity Scholarship. This covers $4,200 in tuition per child. Visit www.ncseaa.edu and select K-12 grants for more information.
Summer Program Cost Notes
$100 per week. Please call for more information.
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Kaleigh Cruse
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tabernacle Christian School cost?
Tabernacle Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,650 for private students.
What schools are Tabernacle Christian School often compared to?
Tabernacle Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Tabernacle Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Tabernacle Christian School is 80%, which is equal to the national average of 80%.
What sports does Tabernacle Christian School offer?
Tabernacle Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Golf, Intramural Sports Only, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Tabernacle Christian School's ranking?
Tabernacle Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Tabernacle Christian School?
The application deadline for Tabernacle Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Popular comparisons: Tabernacle Christian School vs. Hickory Christian Academy
People that viewed Tabernacle Christian School also viewed these schools: Hickory Christian Academy, Montessori At Sandy Ford, St. Stephens Lutheran School, Mt. Olive Lutheran Child Devel and Hickory Day School.
The nearest high school to Tabernacle Christian School is Hickory Christian Academy (2.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hickory Day School (1.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Mt. Olive Lutheran Child Devel (1.3 miles away)
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Hickory Christian Academy
(Christian)
Grades: PK-12 | 520 students 2 miles 3260 6th St. Dr. NW
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-5405
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-5405
2
PK-12
520
Montessori At Sandy Ford
Montessori School
Grades: PK-8 | 63 students 7.6 miles 2931 Sandy Ford Rd
Newton, NC 28658
(828) 294-7478
Newton, NC 28658
(828) 294-7478
7.6
PK-8
63
Grades: PK-8 | 228 students 1.8 miles 2304 Springs Rd NE
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2166
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-2166
1.8
PK-8
228
Mt. Olive Lutheran Child Devel
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
Grades: PK-K | 100 students 1.3 miles 2780 N Center St
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-0120
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 324-0120
1.3
PK-K
100
Grades: K-8 | 136 students 1.6 miles 2535 21st Avenue NE
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9492
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9492
1.6
K-8
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School Reviews
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